He has made some modest progress, but has endured constant sniping.

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By his own admission, Calzaghe has endured some bad days at his office but the sign of a great sportsman is, whatever his performance, he keeps on winning.

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The 40-year-old has endured some lean years following a knee injury but two wins on the PGA Tour this season suggest he may yet add to his major tally.

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